Wildon Grove Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Happy Creek Dam Carroll Dam
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Wildon Grove Dam, located in Albemarle, Virginia, is a private-owned Earth dam with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 17 feet and spans a length of 550 feet, with a storage capacity of 132 acre-feet. Situated on a tributary of Happy Creek, the dam is regulated by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation, ensuring state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Despite its undetermined hazard potential and unrated condition assessment, Wildon Grove Dam remains a vital structure for supporting local fish and wildlife populations. The dam's strategic location within the Baltimore District provides valuable water resource management opportunities for the surrounding area. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the dam's role in maintaining ecological balance and providing habitat diversity becomes increasingly significant.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Wildon Grove Dam offers a fascinating case study in private dam ownership and management. With its focus on environmental conservation and wildlife preservation, the dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions. As efforts to mitigate climate impacts on water resources intensify, Wildon Grove Dam serves as a critical example of how private entities can contribute to the resilience of local ecosystems and biodiversity.
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
trib. Happy Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
132 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
17 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Wildon Grove Dam